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"What is your quintessential Jamaican Vacation sign - the surest way to know you are actually in Jamaica?"

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I am not involved at all in the tourism business here- outside this website, but I have spoken to quite a few visiting friends and it is always fascinating hearing them talk about what captured their imagination- what will ensure they never forget their vacation in Jamaica!

And by the way, I am not talking about the beautiful beaches, the food, the reggae music, the landscape and attractions, nor anything like that.

They did mention those too- but there are some rather little things, unique things that, as I said earlier, that stood out for them.

I was told things like:

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The roadside fruit vendors!

And it doesn't matter where in Jamaica, they are always to be found, from the dexterous jelly- man to the lady with her fruit basket!
The wandering goats on the side of the roads!

Its not too bad now I suppose, but also, depending where you are, you may find you have to stop to allow the heard to cross!
The predominance of churches!

There is one around almost every corner
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The Sports Craze!

If you ever visit any of the villages, you will likely see someone juggling a football, men playing dominoes or some boys playing a game of cricket. Sports is an integral part of our culture.

Others mention the distinctive peanut vendors, the party spirit, the unusual windy roads and a whole lot more!

They mentioned all kinds of unique things. What about you though? Everyone had something they stood out for them, what's yours?

What Really Says, "You're In Jamaica!"

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